Source: Agence France Presse
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Security & Justice
Israeli Army Sets Three-Week Deadline to Destroy Hezbollah Weapon Sites Near Border
An Israeli military official has ruled out recommending the full transfer of control over southern Lebanon to the Lebanese army for now, citing concerns about its ability to assert authority. The remarks, reported by Yedioth Ahronoth, come as the Israeli military continues operations against Hezbollah infrastructure in the region.
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Hezbollah’s Underground Complex "Imad 4" Believed to Be in Army Hands
The Lebanese Army has reportedly seized control of an underground facility in southern Lebanon, believed by some to be the Hezbollah site known as "Imad 4." The facility, located between the towns of Jouaya and Aytaite in the Tyre district, showcased in a Hezbollah video last August, had drawn significant attention for its scale and strategic significance.
Wednesday, January 29, 2025
Opinion
Rebuilding Lebanon: A Momentous Opportunity for Institutions to Deliver
Lebanon is an exhausted nation — but also cautiously optimistic. After a presidential vacuum of two years, the parliament elected armed forces commander Joseph Aoun as the country’s 14th President. President Aoun’s exceptional track record as a military leader during an extraordinary period in Lebanon’s history has won him the confidence of the international community and rallied the Lebanese people around him. His presidency, and the subsequent nomination of the reputable academic, diplomat and international judge Nawaf Salam as prime minister, has sparked hope that Lebanon might finally be on path to development and prosperity.
Sunday, January 26, 2025
Lebanon at a Crossroads: A Reform Agenda for Economic and Financial Recovery
Lebanon stands at a crossroads. The country faces an unprecedented series of compounded crises that have shaken its very foundation: a devastating economic collapse that has eroded the value of the Lebanese pound by over 95 percent, a crippling banking crisis that has locked depositors out of their savings, and the lingering effects of a destructive war with Israel. This “perfect storm” has plunged Lebanon into a profound social and economic crisis characterized by soaring poverty, unemployment, and the breakdown of essential services.
Friday, January 24, 2025
Sports
Novak Djokovic Retires from Australian Open Semifinal Due to Injury
Novak Djokovic’s quest for a record 25th grand slam title has been cut short at the Australian Open after he stunningly retired from his semifinal match due to a left leg injury.
Friday, January 24, 2025
Kyle Walker to Join AC Milan on Loan from Manchester City - Sources
Kyle Walker is set to move from Manchester City to Milan after the two clubs agreed terms, sources have told ESPN.
Thursday, January 23, 2025
Tuesday 1 October 2024 11:02:01
Lufthansa Extends Suspension of Beirut, Tel Aviv Flights
German airline group Lufthansa said Tuesday it had extended its suspension of flights to Beirut and Tel Aviv, citing “the current situation in the Middle East.”
Flights to Beirut will now be suspended up to and including November 30, while those to Tel Aviv will be canceled until October 31, the group said in a statement. Flights to Tehran remain canceled until October 14. “We regret the inconvenience caused to our passengers,” it added.